Papua New Guinea Fast Facts

Population5 million Capital CityPort Moresby AreaIn the tropics, just south of the Equator and 160km north of Australia. PNG has a total land area of 463,000 sq km. ClimateTemperatures range from 23ºC-32ºC in coastal areas and 14ºC-28ºC in the highlands Dry SeasonVaries from province to province, but the driest months are generally May to December. Time ZoneGreenwich Mean Time (GMT) plus 10 hours Major AttractionsPort Moresby & Central Province, Morobe, Madang, Mount Hagan and the Highlands, Sepik, New Britian, New Ireland, Manus, Milne Bay and the Northern Province, National Parks, Fishing, War Relics, Diving, Caving, Trekking, Surfing, Birdwatching, Culture

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